Miele W 820 User manual

Operating Instructions

for washing machine

W 820

It is essential to read these opera-

ting instructions before installing or Q

using the machine to avoid the risk

of accident, or damage to the

machine. M.-Nr. 04580 20

Contents

Page

Guide to the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Warning and Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Preparing the wash load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Wash care symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Adding fabric conditioner/starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Changing a programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

After washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Help to protect our environment

Disposal of the packing material

The transport and protective packing is mostly manufactured from the following re-

useable materials:

– Corrugated paper / card

– Polystyrene - CFC free

– Polyethylene foil (transparent)

– Fibre board - solvent free

– Wood - untreated

– Packaging straps: Polyamide (blue)

Polypropylene (black)

Rather than just throwing these materials away, please take them to the nearest

local authority collection point for specific waste.

Disposal of your old machine

Old machines contain materials which can be recycled. Please contact your local

authorities or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes, before disposing

of the appliance.

Guide to the machine

1Supply cable

2Inlet hose (able to withstand press

ures up to 70 bar)

3Flexible drain hose, with detachable

swivel elbow

4Detergent dispenser drawer

5Facia panel with controls

6Drum door

7Access panel - drain pump and fil-

ter, emergency door opener

8Four height adjustable feet

Guide to the machine

Button “Door”

opens the drum door

Button“On/Off”

to switch on or off or

interrupt a programme

Light “On” illuminates

Pushbutton switches for additional func-

tions

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment i - for the pre-wash

Compartment j - for the main wash

Compartment p (with extra lid) - for

fabric conditioner or liquid starch formu-

lation

Spin speed selector

Programme sequence indicator

(LED indicator lights)

Programme selector switch

Caring for the environment

Caring for the environment means sav-

ing water, energy and detergent when

washing. This machine is equipped

with the Hydromatic System and the

Ball Valve for economical use of re-

sources. These systems offer a variety

of technical innovations e.g. the drum

ribs, which are designed to enable

economical washing without compromi-

sing on results.

The automatic load control facility en-

ables loads of between 1 and 5 kg to

be washed using only as much water

and electricity as is required for an ef-

fective wash.

Spinning at the high speed of

1200 rpm reduces drying times and en-

ergy consumption if laundry is dried in

a tumble dryer after washing.

Economy tips

To help you wash most economically,

remember the following tips:

Always wash with the maximum

laundry load specified for each pro-

gramme. This uses the energy to the

best advantage.

Only use the correct amount of deter-

gent required for the water hardness

level in your area, as recommended

by the manufacturer.

If laundry is not heavily stained, se-

lect a lower temperature setting than

indicated on the laundry care label

(but when using a lower temperature

do not select the “short”-option).

Lightly soiled laundry can be

washed using a “short”-programme

(additional temperature reduction

not recommended).

Before using for the first time

Important:

the appliance must be properly in-

stalled and connected to the water

and electricity supply according to

local and national regulations.

For further information read the instruc-

tions on pages 1 - 7

Check that the transit fitting at the

rear has been removed.

Before using for the first time prime

the ball valve as follows:

Switch on the machine.

Turn the selector switch to “Starch”.

Once the drum starts turning: set the

programme selector to “Drain”.

When the water has drained: turn the

programme selector to the “Fin-

ish/Start” position.

Switch the machine off.

The ball valve is operational.

Any residual lubricants and water

from testing still in the machine

should be flushed out as follows:

Do not load any laundry in the ma-

chine.

Add a little detergent to compart-

ment j.

Switch on the machine.

Turn the programme selector switch

to the “Cottons 60°C” programme.

Press the “Short” button.

The residues will have been flushed

out once the programme has fin-

ished.

Water hardness reminder.

The amount of detergent will depend

on various factors including the water

hardness level in your area. Set the

water hardness dial located in the

detergent dispenser box as a reminder.

Turn the dial to the required setting.

Use the spatula supplied with the

machine. It is located at the rear of

the dispenser drawer facia (see

page 2 ).

If you do not know how hard the water

is in your catchment area, please con-

tact your local water authority.

Water hardness

Hardness

range

water mg/litre Clake’s

scale

°dH

(German)

1 soft up to 1 5 up to 10° 0-7°

2 medium up to 250 10°-20° 7°-14°

hard up to 80 20°-25° 14°-21°

4 very hard over 80 over 25° over 21°

Warning and Safety Instructions

This appliance is designed and in-

tended only for normal household use

in the U.K. It should never be operated

by children. Supervise its use by the el-

derly or infirm.

Read the operating instructions through

before using this machine for the first

time, as this is for your safety and the

protection of the machine. They give

notes on the safety, the use and the

maintenance of the machine.

Further warning and safety instructions

are given in the text as appropriate.

...before using for the first time

Do not install your washing ma-

chine in rooms where sub-zero

temperatures may occur. Frozen hoses

may burst under pressure.

The reliability of the electronic control

system may be impaired at tempera-

tures below freezing point.

Before using the machine for the

first time, check that the transit fit-

ting at the rear of the machine has

been removed (see page 1).

During spinning, a transit fitting which

is still in position may result in damage

to both the machine and adjacent furni-

ture or appliances.

If the drain hose is attached to a

wash basin or sink, make sure it is

secure, (see illustration in the sec-

tion“Guide to the machine”),

so that the force of the water flowing

out of the hose does not dislodge it, as

this will otherwise result in flooding.

If hooking the hose into a wash basin,

check that the water can drain off

quickly enough to prevent the sink from

overflowing.

Keep these operating instructions

in a safe place.

...when using your machine

Only wash items which are de-

clared by the manufacturer to be

machine-washable on the care label

(textile care G.B. laundry care, AUS),

(see Care labels on page 10).

Descaling agents contain acid.

Only use proprietary non-corrosive

descaling agents and strictly observe

the manufacturer’s instructions. After

descaling, always run several full rinse

cycles to remove any acid residue and

to protect component parts from corro-

sion.

Never use detergents containing

solvents in this machine, as this

may result in damage to component

parts and create toxic fumes. Such

detergents also pose a fire and explo-

sion hazard.

Textiles which have been pre-

treated in detergents containing

solvents must be thoroughly rinsed in

clean water before being washed in

this machine.

Do not use dye removers as these

contain sulphur compounds which

may damage washing machines.

Warning and Safety Instructions

Dyes must be specified as suitable

for use in washing machines. Al-

ways observe the manufacturer’s in-

structions.

If washing at very high tempera-

tures remember that the porthole

glass will be hot.

Do not let children touch it during a

wash programme.

The machine should only be oper-

ated unsupervised if there is a floor

drain in the immediate vicinity.

The best materials are used in the

manufacture of this machine, and

every care is taken to check all parts.

However, with time, deterioration of

parts can occur, especially with such

components as hoses, giving rise to

leaks. This should be borne in mind if

operating the machine without supervi-

sion. Check the hose regularly for signs

of wear, and change in good time, to

avoid leaks and subsequent damage.

Always make sure the drum is sta-

tionary before reaching in to

remove washing. Reaching into a mov-

ing drum is extremely dangerous.

Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,

paper clips etc.) can cause dam-

age to textiles and components in the

machine. Take care to empty all

pockets etc. so that these do not go

into the machine.

...in the event of faults

Electrical appliances should only

be repaired by suitably competent

personnel. Incorrectly repaired ma-

chines may pose a considerable risk to

the user.

Disconnect the machine from the

mains power supply by switching

off at the wall socket, unplugging, or

withdrawing the mains fuse.

Preparing the wash load

Empty all pockets.

Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,

paper clips etc.) can cause dam-

age to textiles and components in

the machine.

Sort the laundry

Most garments have a textile care label

in the collar or side seam. Sort the

laundry by care label symbols.

Only wash items in this machine which

are declared by the manufacturer as

being machine washable on the textile

care label.

Dark textiles often contain“excess

dye,” and should be washed separ-

ately several times before being in-

cluded in a mixed load.

Delicate textiles should be washed sep-

arately in a delicates programme.

Only wash textiles made from wool or

wool mixtures if they are declared as

being suitable for machine washing on

the textile care label.

Pre-treating the washing

Badly soiled areas, e.g. collars and

cuffs, and water soluble stains, can be

pre-treated with bar soap, liquid deter-

gent or detergent mixed into a solution

or paste.

With particularly stubborn stains ask

your Dry Cleaner for advice.

Do not use detergents containing sol-

vents in this machine.

Loading the drum

Unfold laundry and load loosely in the

drum. To achieve best results it is advis-

able to make up mixed loads consist-

ing of both large and small items. This

improves the washing effect and helps

distribute the load evenly to keep the

machine stable and reduce the noise

level during spinning.

It is advisable to weigh the load first to

make best use of the machine’s capac-

ity.

Maximum load weights are noted

below:

COTTONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 kg

MINIMUM IRON . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg

DELICATES/SYNTHETICS. . . . . 1.0 kg

WOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 kg

QUICK WASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg

With curtains: Remove lead weights

and strips or place in a laundry bag.

Woollens and knitted garments should

be turned inside out if the manufacturer

recommends it.

Close the drum door

Make sure that there is no obstruction

between the drum door and seal.

Textile care symbols

Washing

987 Cottons

4321 Minimum iron

a@ Delicates, Wool

The significance of the bar beneath the

wash tub:

no bar normal (maximum) agitation

eeg Cottons programme

bar reduced (medium) agitation,

feg Minimum iron programme

+ Gentle action, or Delicates

programme.

broken much reduced (minimum)

bar agitation, Woollens

gprogramme

Machine washable woollens

Use the special “Wool” programme,

and only wash woollens bearing the

label shown here:

This symbol is registered by the IWS

(International Wool Secretariat).

/Hand wash

hdo not wash

ABC dry clean

Ddo not dry clean

ysuitable for chlorine

bleaching

znot suitable for chlorine

bleaching

Tumble dry

qat normal temperature

rat the lower temperature

sdo not tumble dry

Ironing

Ihot iron

Hmedium hot iron

Gcool iron

Jdo not iron

N.B. If you have any textiles with the

older wash care labels, select a pro-

gramme according to the table below.

[ ] Cottons

?;\ Minimum iron

={ Delicates

#Woollens

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